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AE5400
CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
• Large-diaphragm element and true condenser design
• Superior anti-shock engineering ensures minimal handling noise
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides
and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
The AE5400 is intended for use in professional applications where
remote power is available. It requires 11V to 52V DC phantom
power, which may be provided by a mixer or console, or by a
separate, in-line source such as the Audio-Technica AT8801 single-
channel or CP8506 four-channel phantom power supplies.
Output from the microphone's XLRM-type connector is low
impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and
3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is "Pin 2 hot" –
positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.
To avoid phase cancellation and poor sound, all mic cables must be
wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.
When using the AE5400 in settings with a stage monitor speaker,
the speaker should be located 180° off axis (at rear of
the microphone). This placement, in conjunction with the
microphone's uniform cardioid pickup pattern, will vir tually
eliminate the possibility of undesired audio feedback.
An integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter provides easy switching from a flat
frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position
reduces the microphone's sensitivity to popping in close vocal use.
It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such
as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and
mechanically-coupled vibrations.
Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods.
Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.
AE5400 SPECIFICATIONS
†
ELEMENT
POLAR PATTERN
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY
IMPEDANCE
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL
NOISE
1
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
1
PHANTOM POWER
REQUIREMENTS
SWITCHES
WEIGHT (less accessories)
DIMENSIONS
OUTPUT CONNECTOR
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED
† In the interest of standards development, A.T .U.S. offers full details on its test
methods to other industry professionals on request.
*1 Pascal = 10 dynes /cm
2
= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
1
Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Polar Pattern
0
330
30
300
60
270
90
240
120
210
150
50
180
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
LEGEND
LEGEND
200 Hz
Same as 1 kHz
1 kHz
5 kHz
8 kHz
One-Year Limited Warranty
Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date
of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at
our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S. or
an Authorized Service Center, prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase
date. Prior approval from A.T.U.S. is required for return. This warranty excludes defects
due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use product in accordance with
instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, or
removal or defacing of the product labeling.
For return approval and shipping information, contact the Service Department,
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224.
Except to the extent precluded by applicable state law, A.T.U.S. will have no liability for
any consequential, incidental, or special damages; any warranty of merchantability or
fitness for particular purpose expires when this warranty expires.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Outside the U.S.A., please contact your local dealer for warranty details.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England
www.audio-technica.com
P51451-EN
©2002 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.
Externally polarized (DC Bias)
condenser
Cardioid
20-20,000 Hz
80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
–40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
150 ohms
147 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
157 dB SPL, with 10 dB
pad (nominal)
14 dB SPL
133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
80 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
11-52V DC, 4 mA typical
High-pass filter;
10 dB pad (nominal)
11.6 oz (330 g)
7.05" (179.0 mm) long, 1.97"
(50.0 mm) head diameter, 1.30"
to 0.87" (33.0 mm to 22.0 mm)
tapered body diameter
Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
AT8470 Quiet-Flex
™
stand
clamp for
5
/
"-27 threaded
8
stands; soft protective pouch
Frequency Response
100
200
500
1k
2k
5k
10k
Frequency in Hertz
12" or more on axis
Roll-off
Printed in Japan
10 dB
20k
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